This Week
Some recommended events for the week of July 6-12
TODAY
Gather ye wee ones
What: Music by Matt Why: Matt’s music is for kids! What else: It’s free. Info: 6:30 p. m. at Clearfield Library, 770 Hopkins Road, Williamsville.
MONDAY
Lockport cruise
What: Classic car show with music by Cruisin’ Soundtrack from Hank Nevins and the KB Music Machine Why: It’s country night, so bring your rhinestones. What else: Motorcycles too! Info: 6 to 9 p. m. at Ida Fritz Park, Park and West avenues in Lockport.
Shamrocks & Sauerkraut
What: German-Irish celebration of St. Boniface Day Why: He’s the patron saint of beer! What else: Performances by the G. A. M. 20-Piece Dance Band, O’Sullivan Dancers and the Leftovers, whose strong emphasis on Irish rebel songs, witty stage banter and showmanship make them easy on the ears. Info: Presented by the German-American Musicians Association from 6 to 11 p. m. at the Buffalo Irish Center, 245 Abbott Road (822-6275). $10.
WEDNESDAY
Got wheels?
What: Mountain bike races Why: Show what you’ve got on four miles of challenge including dirt roads, single track, up and downhill. What else: Beginner, sport and expert categories. Info: Registration begins at 5 p. m. at Holiday Valley training center. Races at 6:30 $12 ( www.holidayvalley.com ). Crue Fest
What: Motley Crue with Buckcherry, Papa Roach, Sixx: A. M. and Trapt Why: Anytime is Crue time. What else: Tommy Lee! Info: 5 p. m. at Darien Lake Performing Arts Center, 9993 Allegheny Road, Darien Center $35.50-$99 reserved/$35.50 lawn ( www.darienlakeperformingartscenter.com ). FRIDAY
Like a dervish
What: Gypsy picnic Why: To raise money for Times & Seasons Foundation Romanian Gypsy Outreach What else: Babik will perform. Info: 6 to 9 p. m. at VFW Post 9249 Charles N. DeGlopper, 2121 Grand Island Blvd., Grand Island (444-6862). Cost $5 to $20.
Deja vu, who?
What: Creedence Clearwater Revisited Why: Sounds better the 100th time around. What else: This outdoor concert is free. Info: 8 p. m. at Seneca Allegany Casino & Hotel, 777 Seneca Allegany Blvd., Salamanca.
SATURDAY
Chalk Tall
What: Chalk Art Festival Why: Watch the master take full chalking action! What else: Chalk master Kath Schifano talks shop at 10 a. m. Info: From 8:30 a. m. to 1:30 p. m. on Borden Avenue in beautiful downtown Perry.
–Jane Kwiatkowski
